The Temporal Invasion

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"The Temporal Invasion" is a real-time strategy game where players defend against time-traveling alien invaders. Utilize futuristic technology, build and upgrade your bases, and adapt strategies to counter the enemy's time manipulation abilities. The game features a variety of units, missions, and a dynamic campaign for a rich and immersive sci-fi experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

69%

Audience ScoreBased on 81 reviews

story11 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and immersive experience that combines real-world research with puzzle-solving, making players feel like detectives.
The variety of puzzles is engaging, testing players' logic, creativity, and research skills, with some inventive moments that provide satisfaction upon solving.
The story, while sometimes clichéd, is compelling enough to keep players hooked, and the game has a low price point with high replay value.

The game is incomplete, with many players frustrated by the lack of access to later chapters and reliance on outdated or non-existent web resources.
Technical issues, such as poor graphics, clunky controls, and excessive grammatical errors, detract from the overall experience and can lead to confusion.
Some puzzles are overly difficult or require very specific answers, leading to frustration and a reliance on external guides, which can break immersion.

story
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
62%
8%
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players finding it compelling and engaging, particularly due to its unique blend of real-world events and alternate realities. However, many critiques highlight issues such as poor writing, convoluted plotlines, and a reliance on conspiracy theories that detract from the overall experience. While the puzzles are often praised, the narrative's execution leaves much to be desired, with frequent grammatical errors and a lack of clarity in storytelling.
- “The story takes place in an alternate reality and it introduces elements such as time travel or alternate universes and combines them with real world events, locations, and people, providing a one-of-a-kind experience.”
- “The way this story is told is quite interesting and all cases roll one into another very nicely.”
- “The temporal invasion is a story-driven, riddle-based game that encourages the player to utilize any available resource needed to solve the provided puzzles.”
- “The storyline is definitely a sci-fi/horror B-movie type of plot.”
- “The story is not compelling nor is it well written, and the fact that I had to pay for this waste of time is the biggest slap in the face I've ever received.”
- “The game provides a nagging vibe of being an upgraded—or simply ported—flash game with a mediocre interactable interface, poor storyline delivery, and a confusing plot that just happens to be all over the place.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying its variety and challenging puzzles, while others criticize technical issues, a lackluster user interface, and vague writing that detracts from immersion. Although the gameplay can be addictive, it is often described as tedious and occasionally frustrating due to obscure solutions. Overall, improvements are anticipated in future updates to enhance the experience.
- “One thing I really have to mention is that I really like the variety of the gameplay.”
- “It has very addicting gameplay, where you have to immerse yourself and find the answers to the puzzles given to you.”
- “Gameplay: 8/10”
- “The game has some technical issues and bugs that can affect the gameplay and immersion.”
- “For gameplay purposes, because the user interface for this game is mostly just 2D static images, it might as well be a browser game.”
- “But for me, I thought the gameplay was a little too tedious and the solutions a bit too obscure to have consistent fun with it.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The graphics of the game are generally considered simplistic and lackluster, with basic 2D art assets that do not significantly improve with resolution adjustments. While some players appreciate the artwork and the game's concept, many criticize the visuals as static and reminiscent of a free web design template. Overall, the graphics do not detract from the gameplay experience, but they are not a highlight either.
- “Graphics are basic, but this isn't the type of game that requires anything more.”
- “Graphics: 8/10”
- “Actual graphics in the game are just what the screenshots in the post show, no flashy graphics or crazy cut scenes, but the story holds your attention and the difficulty level is phenomenal.”
- “While there are options to change the resolution for the game, all this does is scale up the simplistic 2D art assets used to make the game, which makes little or no difference to the graphics quality.”
- “I should add that the graphics are terrible, and it looks like a free template of a pre-made web design, as it stays absolutely static and nothing happens.”
- “Without any other substantial graphics tweaks, it's not possible for gamers to improve the lackluster 2D visuals.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The music in the game is noted for creating a good atmosphere, but its repetitiveness and short loops can become grating over time. Some users have praised the soundtrack highly, suggesting a perfect score, while others express a desire for the option to switch tracks.
- “Even though the music is a little repetitive, it creates a great atmosphere.”
- “Soundtrack: 10/10”
- “I appreciate the option to switch the music.”
- “The music was short, and as it looped, it quickly drove me near insanity.”
- “I wish there was an option to allow music switching.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, with some noting that the card farming can dominate playtime. The gameplay is often described as lacking fun due to obscure solutions and inconsistent mechanics, which can detract from the overall experience.
- “2/10 play time is from card farming.”
- “I thought the gameplay was a little too tedious and the solutions a bit too obscure to have consistent fun with it.”
- “It sometimes feels a bit repetitive and too tedious.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game offers high replayability due to its low price and the ability to explore different paths and solutions, although some players note that replay value diminishes after completing it. Overall, it provides a learning experience that enhances its appeal for multiple playthroughs.
- “The game has a low price and a high replay value, as you can try different paths and solutions.”
- “Admittedly, there is probably not much replayability after you are finished, but I guarantee you will have learned quite a few things before it is all over.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted for its cleverness, often playing with the player's experience, such as referencing the two-hour refund policy in a witty manner. This self-aware humor adds a layer of enjoyment to the gameplay.
- “It also puts you right near or maybe a bit over that two-hour refund mark, funny that.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is generally well-received, with the music contributing positively despite being somewhat repetitive.
- “Even though the music is a little repetitive, it creates a great atmosphere.”
- “The immersive environment truly pulls you in, making every moment feel alive.”
- “The haunting sound design and visuals combine to create an unforgettable atmosphere.”